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Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article '… View moreRestructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.
New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.
Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”
Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.
What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
Every family has a story about how they came to be where they are today. Did you, your parents, grandparents, or ancestors move from one country to another? Be inspired. Join us for the 5 weekly 2.5-hour local series of Write Your Story community workshops that commence on Friday 29th August, … View moreEvery family has a story about how they came to be where they are today. Did you, your parents, grandparents, or ancestors move from one country to another? Be inspired. Join us for the 5 weekly 2.5-hour local series of Write Your Story community workshops that commence on Friday 29th August, 9.30-12 noon Paraparaumu Aquatic Centre. Get started and gain momentum on your writing project in a supportive, fun environment. All that is needed is an open mind, a notebook, and a pen. Course notes and refreshments are provided. Registrations are essential. Call me to reserve your place on 027 633 2821.
This months meeting is on the 23 July starting at 7.30 p.m at Dr Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Memorial Hall, Main St, Otaki.
The topic is "Sources and Citations for Genealogy” presented by Anne McLennan
Visitors welcome
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is … View moreBe aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.
For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
“We trained hard—but it seemed that every time we were beginning to form up into teams we were reorganized. I was to learn later in life that we tend to meet any new situation by reorganizing, and what a wonderful method it can be for creating the illusion of progress while actually producing … View more“We trained hard—but it seemed that every time we were beginning to form up into teams we were reorganized. I was to learn later in life that we tend to meet any new situation by reorganizing, and what a wonderful method it can be for creating the illusion of progress while actually producing confusion, inefficiency, and demoralization.”
― Petronius Arbiter AD 60
Mike
Excellent condition. Sugar bowl and jug still in box and never used.
Suitable for conservatory or maybe even outside. These ones have been kept indoors. Can sell separately or all together. Price is for the three.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
For sale at Waikanae Market tomorrow from 8.00am to midday.
Jerusalem Artichokes are not readily available commercially.
$5.00 per Generous 500g bags.
Look for our plant stall part way along Park Avenue.
Punnets of six well-established garlic bulbs ready to plant out into your garden beds now. $5.00 per punnet or 3 for $12.00.
Also limited amount of other veggie seedlings at $3.50 per punnet, including cabbage, cauliflower, kale, broccoli, pak choy, and silver beet.
Good strong plants ready to… View morePunnets of six well-established garlic bulbs ready to plant out into your garden beds now. $5.00 per punnet or 3 for $12.00.
Also limited amount of other veggie seedlings at $3.50 per punnet, including cabbage, cauliflower, kale, broccoli, pak choy, and silver beet.
Good strong plants ready to plant out now.
Available from Waikanae Community Market, Saturday Mornings 8.00 am to midday.
Get creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots… View moreGet creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots with these easy step by step instructions.
Looking to purchase used or new motor for wood lathe.
Specifications:
1/2 H.P.
5/8 Shaft Bore (15.875mm)
Single phase
1450 revs per minute
Have you wondered about funeral options and how much they cost?
Is this something you feel ready to learn more about?
Come and listen to Andrew Malcolm, Funeral Director. Tuesday, 2nd Sept, 10am, at Paraparaumu Library.
This is part of Dying Matters week.
There are 10 speakers arranged to … View moreHave you wondered about funeral options and how much they cost?
Is this something you feel ready to learn more about?
Come and listen to Andrew Malcolm, Funeral Director. Tuesday, 2nd Sept, 10am, at Paraparaumu Library.
This is part of Dying Matters week.
There are 10 speakers arranged to speak at the Paraparaumu Library plus an expo of 20 stalls at Ocean Road Community Centre, plus an open day at the crematorium and cemetery in Valley Road.
Email me for the full list of what's on in Kāpiti that week, (annette@theinnerpath.co.nz) or check the national programme at wwwgowithgrace.nz...
Butter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some … View moreButter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some members of our community (women, Māori, and Pacific people) are experiencing worsening financial positions at elevated rates.
Stats NZ tells us that food prices have jumped 4.6% since this time last year, with meat and dairy doing most of the damage. This jump is hitting us all, but groceries are just one part of the picture.
When basic costs keep climbing, the old cost-saving tricks — like bulk-buying or stockpiling on sale — don’t always work. Who can afford to spend more upfront when every dollar already has a job?
We want to know: What costs have caught you off guard the most? What are the expenses that feel impossible to juggle right now?
Share your thoughts below!
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